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Pacari Chocolate MERKEN (Aji Ahumado) is crafted from a line of chocolate bars that incorporates some of the unique and special flavor of the Andes. We combine herbs, spices, and fruit with our exceptional chocolate made only with the fine Ecuadorian Arriba Cacao for a delicious, extraordinary chocolate experience. +More

For those who like their chocolate PICANTE but want more than just fire, we combine our rich dark organic chocolate with Merken, a spice traditionally used by the indigenous Mapuche people of Chile. It gives the heat of chili but with a spicy, smoky flavor. Satisfies the adventurer in you. -Less

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There are many reasons people choose to eliminate dairy from their diets, including lactose intolerance. An estimated 75 percent of the world is lactose intolerant.

Dairy is often considered the only way to get sufficient calcium, but this isn’t the case. There are many non-dairy sources of calcium, including dark leafy green vegetables, seafood, certain nuts, and some beans.

Some sources claim that countries with the lowest dairy intake have the lowest rates of osteoporosis.

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No genetically modified or engineered organisms or ingredients derived from them. Claim can be verified by the Non-GMO Project.

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Surveys show that over 90% of Americans think GM foods should be labeled. 53% say they wouldn’t buy food that’s been genetically modified.

The thing is, most of us are already buying GM foods. 80% of processed foods contain GMOs and 88% of all U.S. corn, 95% of sugar beets, and 94% of our soy is genetically modified.

Unlike the U.S., Most countries have just said no to GMOs. Nearly 50 have banned or significantly restricted GM crops.

Just five nations grow 90% of the world’s GM crops: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, India, and the U.S.

Most GMOs are altered to resist herbicides or bugs. One type of corn makes its own pesticides. Those pesticides are now showing up inside people.

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The farmers or workers who produced the product, its ingredients, and/or parts have been justly compensated for their work. Fair Trade certification is available from Fair Trade USA.

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In 1988, coffee became the first product to receive official fair trade certification—further proof that everything worthwhile starts with a good cup of joe.

It takes a lot of people to monitor this growing arena; there are currently 1,030 fair trade certified organizations working to ensure fair trade standards in 67 countries around the globe.

Hungry for fair trade? You’re not alone. Food accounts for most fair trade imports. Based on paid premiums, coffee, cocoa, and fresh produce top the list.

The first fair trade store in the U.S. opened in 1958.

Consumers think fair trade is more than fair. In 2010, global sales hit almost $4.4 billion—a great thing for 3rd world farmers and artisans.

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Literally clean, fit, or proper. Refers to food permitted under Judaic law. Also refers to practices related to the slaughter and production of animals and animal products.

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Kosher meats and dairy must come from ruminants. These are animals with cloven hooves that chew cud, like sheep and steer. Kosher animals must be slaughtered instantly and painlessly.

When it comes to kosher poultry, chicken, turkey, goose, and duck are allowed. For seafood, fish with fins and scales are permitted, but shellfish and crustaceans are not.

Meat and dairy cannot be combined or eaten together. You can have chocolate milk, just not with your hamburger.

Pareve products contain no meat or dairy and so are “neutral” foods that may be served with either.

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Many of our products are family labors of love. Some of them come from multi-generation family businesses. We’re proud to have them as part of the Abe’s family.

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A form of vegetarianism. No animal products are eaten, including dairy, eggs, and honey. Many vegans also avoid non-edible animal products like fur, leather, and wool.

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Veganism doesn’t just affect what happens in your kitchen. It can also reduce your carbon footprint by 1.5 tons per year!

Despite many worthy advantages, veganism has yet to win any popularity contests. Only 1.4% of American adults have decided to bite.

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"Love the spices and different flavors"
— valerie klekot

But a little too sweet for me, since I do not really have a sweet tooth..I like bitter taste more... But the spices and smoky flavor was great, just wish they could make a less sweet version for me...lol Only reason I gave a 4 star was for the sweet factor....otherwise a 5 star..

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